Physical Therapy Assistant

Proforma Health; Glenarden (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support licensed physical therapists in delivering patient-centered rehabilitation in Maryland. You will work closely with clinicians to implement treatment plans and ensure high-quality care for each patient.

You will assist with therapeutic exercises, monitor patient responses, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment as part of a multidisciplinary care team.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Ability to work effectively with licensed clinicians and multidisciplinary healthcare providers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and the treatment team.
• Commitment to safe patient care and rehabilitation goals.

Responsibilities

• Help implement physical therapy treatment plans under the direction of licensed physical therapists.
• Provide hands-on support and assist with therapeutic exercises and mobility-focused interventions.
• Contribute to patient care by monitoring patient responses and supporting safe, effective therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with the care team to support coordinated, comprehensive patient services.

Skills

Compassionate

Multidisciplinary team

Communication skills

Patient safety

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Assist physical therapists in delivering patient-first rehabilitation care aimed at improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. Work closely with other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive treatment and patient well-being.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Assist physical therapists in delivering patient-first rehabilitation care aimed at improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. Work closely with other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive treatment and patient well-being.

Key Duties

• Help implement physical therapy treatment plans under the direction of licensed physical therapists.
• Provide hands-on support and assist with therapeutic exercises and mobility-focused interventions.
• Contribute to patient care by monitoring patient responses and supporting safe, effective therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with the care team to support coordinated, comprehensive patient services.

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Ability to work effectively with licensed clinicians and multidisciplinary healthcare providers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and the treatment team.
• Commitment to safe patient care and rehabilitation goals.